Northern Star Mining Services Limited
Senior Mining Engineer
Northern Star Mining Services Limited, Olympia, Washington, United States
Northern Star has a dynamic and rewarding opportunity for a
Senior Mining Engineer
to join our
underground team
at
South Kalgoorlie Operations. This is offered as either a
FIFO
or
residential
role, working on an
8:6 roster ,
12-hour shifts . Key accountabilities: Lead and co-ordinate drill and blast functions in alignment with weekly production plans. Collaborate with the engineering and operations teams to generate practical and executable weekly plans and 13-week plans. Demonstrate absolute commitment and leadership in providing a safe work environment. Main point of contact to the Underground Manager and Mine Foreman for planning and executing the weekly plan and holding the technical team accountable. Direct and guide members of the production mining team, mentoring and coaching junior members to develop their skills. Provide guidance and advice to planning engineers for the preparation of the mining stope notes. Actively identify risks and threats to safely achieving targets, and implement strategies to minimise or eliminate these risks. Promote and enforce standard design practices and processes across the team. Assist with and monitor the performance of production, paste and infrastructure projects, including regular interactions with various contractors to plan and progress these projects. Responsible for managing stope reconciliations, identifying areas for improvement and opportunities for optimization. Drive continuous improvement within the mining production team. Support the Underground Manager in facilitating DEMIRS visits, inspections and investigations. Assist with the preparation of end-of-week and month compliance reports. Hold appointed Alternate Underground Manager ticket as required. Requirements: Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering Minimum of 5 years’ Underground hard rock mining experience, including production, mine planning, and projects/infrastructure. First Class Mine Managers Certificate of Competency
or
ability to acquire it (UG practical experience completed). Experience using Deswik CAD and Scheduler packages. Advanced Microsoft Office skills. Strong leadership skills and experience leading a diverse team of new-to-industry engineers. Ability to hold themselves and others accountable to their roles and responsibilities. Current Unencumbered Western Australian “C” Class Driver’s Licence. Preferred: Experience working with a mining contractor. Experience in a mine that utilises Sub Level Open Stoping or Modified Avoca. Reside within the WA Goldfields or be willing to relocate. Experience using pastefill for underground stope filling. About Northern Star Resources: As an ASX 50 global-scale gold miner, Northern Star has sizeable operations in Western Australia and Alaska. With unparalleled pathways for advancement and avenues for personal growth, we stand as Australia’s premier gold employer. You can choose residential or FIFO opportunities throughout your career with us. “Gold in Ounces. Opportunities in Tonnes.” Be part of the next exciting growth stage of Northern Star. You will be engaged in a dynamic work environment where you will be valued as an integral team member and have opportunities to develop and grow with our business for the long term. Northern Star encourages a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can achieve and contribute to their greatest potential. Our STARR Core Values –
Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect, and Results
– are not just words on paper; they are the cornerstone of our Company culture and guide everything we do. Benefits when you join Northern Star: Gold Price Variable bonus incentive Company-subsidised GU Health Insurance Employee Share Plan programs Industry-leading Parental Leave Policy GoldSTARR Program - cash savings for everyday expenses Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes free, confidential counselling and wellbeing services. Salary Continuance (Income Protection) insurance from commencement Salary Sacrificing benefits, including Novated Leasing and Remote Area Living benefit options. About Kalgoorlie - The Heart of the Goldfields: With a strong connection to the Kalgoorlie-Boulder community, Northern Star offers exceptional opportunities for you to forge a career in the resource industry while living in a thriving regional city. Our Kalgoorlie Production Centre Operations provide the best residential mining opportunities in the region, delivering an excellent work-home life balance in a community that will become your family. Discover what the Goldfields has to offer you! Candidates must meet our pre-employment criteria which includes a medical, drug and alcohol screening, relevant rights to work and a valid Australian national police clearance. Northern Star is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Ready to take the next step in your career?
Click the
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Senior Mining Engineer
to join our
underground team
at
South Kalgoorlie Operations. This is offered as either a
FIFO
or
residential
role, working on an
8:6 roster ,
12-hour shifts . Key accountabilities: Lead and co-ordinate drill and blast functions in alignment with weekly production plans. Collaborate with the engineering and operations teams to generate practical and executable weekly plans and 13-week plans. Demonstrate absolute commitment and leadership in providing a safe work environment. Main point of contact to the Underground Manager and Mine Foreman for planning and executing the weekly plan and holding the technical team accountable. Direct and guide members of the production mining team, mentoring and coaching junior members to develop their skills. Provide guidance and advice to planning engineers for the preparation of the mining stope notes. Actively identify risks and threats to safely achieving targets, and implement strategies to minimise or eliminate these risks. Promote and enforce standard design practices and processes across the team. Assist with and monitor the performance of production, paste and infrastructure projects, including regular interactions with various contractors to plan and progress these projects. Responsible for managing stope reconciliations, identifying areas for improvement and opportunities for optimization. Drive continuous improvement within the mining production team. Support the Underground Manager in facilitating DEMIRS visits, inspections and investigations. Assist with the preparation of end-of-week and month compliance reports. Hold appointed Alternate Underground Manager ticket as required. Requirements: Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering Minimum of 5 years’ Underground hard rock mining experience, including production, mine planning, and projects/infrastructure. First Class Mine Managers Certificate of Competency
or
ability to acquire it (UG practical experience completed). Experience using Deswik CAD and Scheduler packages. Advanced Microsoft Office skills. Strong leadership skills and experience leading a diverse team of new-to-industry engineers. Ability to hold themselves and others accountable to their roles and responsibilities. Current Unencumbered Western Australian “C” Class Driver’s Licence. Preferred: Experience working with a mining contractor. Experience in a mine that utilises Sub Level Open Stoping or Modified Avoca. Reside within the WA Goldfields or be willing to relocate. Experience using pastefill for underground stope filling. About Northern Star Resources: As an ASX 50 global-scale gold miner, Northern Star has sizeable operations in Western Australia and Alaska. With unparalleled pathways for advancement and avenues for personal growth, we stand as Australia’s premier gold employer. You can choose residential or FIFO opportunities throughout your career with us. “Gold in Ounces. Opportunities in Tonnes.” Be part of the next exciting growth stage of Northern Star. You will be engaged in a dynamic work environment where you will be valued as an integral team member and have opportunities to develop and grow with our business for the long term. Northern Star encourages a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can achieve and contribute to their greatest potential. Our STARR Core Values –
Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect, and Results
– are not just words on paper; they are the cornerstone of our Company culture and guide everything we do. Benefits when you join Northern Star: Gold Price Variable bonus incentive Company-subsidised GU Health Insurance Employee Share Plan programs Industry-leading Parental Leave Policy GoldSTARR Program - cash savings for everyday expenses Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes free, confidential counselling and wellbeing services. Salary Continuance (Income Protection) insurance from commencement Salary Sacrificing benefits, including Novated Leasing and Remote Area Living benefit options. About Kalgoorlie - The Heart of the Goldfields: With a strong connection to the Kalgoorlie-Boulder community, Northern Star offers exceptional opportunities for you to forge a career in the resource industry while living in a thriving regional city. Our Kalgoorlie Production Centre Operations provide the best residential mining opportunities in the region, delivering an excellent work-home life balance in a community that will become your family. Discover what the Goldfields has to offer you! Candidates must meet our pre-employment criteria which includes a medical, drug and alcohol screening, relevant rights to work and a valid Australian national police clearance. Northern Star is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Ready to take the next step in your career?
Click the
'Apply'
button now! No agency referrals will be accepted at this time.
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